Human Nutrition MSc, PG Diploma

Master

In Sheffield

£ 8,500 VAT inc.

Description

  • Type

    Master

  • Location

    Sheffield

  • Duration

    1 Year

  • Start date

    Different dates available

This course will give you a good understanding of the fundamentals of human nutrition. You’ll learn research skills and techniques. It will prepare you for a career in research, the food industry, academia, community nutrition and nutrition consultancy. On graduation, students can apply for direct entry to the UK Voluntary Register of Nutritionists (UKVRN) as Registered Associate Nutritionists (ANutr).

Facilities

Location

Start date

Sheffield (South Yorkshire)
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Western Bank, S10 2TN

Start date

Different dates availableEnrolment now open

About this course

You’ll have a 2:1 degree in a relevant science subject. A 2:2 may be acceptable depending on the degree and your references. We also accept graduates in medicine. If your degree is not science-based, you may be accepted if you can demonstrate a sound underpinning knowledge in the biosciences, to meet the demands of the programme.

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Subjects

  • Nutrition
  • Human Nutrition
  • Biochemistry
  • Nutritional Biochemistry
  • Physiology
  • Health and Disease
  • Molecular nutrition
  • Health Promotion
  • Techniques
  • Design and Analysis
  • Health Science Researchers

Course programme

Modules

Core modules
  • Nutritional Epidemiology
  • Nutritional Biochemistry
  • Nutritional Physiology
  • Nutrition in Health and Disease
  • Nutrition in the Global South
  • Introduction to Research Methods
  • Introduction to Statistics and Critical Appraisal
  • Research Project and Dissertation
Optional modules
  • Molecular Nutrition
  • Health Promotion
  • Systematic Review and Critical Appraisal Techniques
  • Qualitative Research Design and Analysis
  • Further Statistics for Health Science Researchers
Teaching

You’ll learn through:

  • Lectures and seminars
  • Practical sessions
  • Workshops
  • Group debates
  • Self-study units
  • Individual presentations

You’ll work independently on your research project, with guidance from an academic.

Assessment

You’re assessed on:

  • Written reports
  • Laboratory practical classes
  • Group and individual assignments, which may involve oral presentations

There is a written examination at the end of some modules.

The research project is assessed by a written dissertation.

Additional information

Overseas Fee (2018 annual fee) : £19,950

Human Nutrition MSc, PG Diploma

£ 8,500 VAT inc.